Cranfield University Graduation 2016

Published 07 Jul 2016

Press release number PR-Corp-16-41

Graduation 2016

Honorary graduates from the world of business joined more than 2,000 postgraduate students to receive degrees from Cranfield University at their colourful graduation ceremonies held over two days this week.

The graduates, from more than 100 countries, and hundreds of their guests gathered at the university to receive their honours and celebrate their achievements.

Professor Sir Peter Gregson, Chief Executive and Vice-Chancellor, said: “Cranfield is a specialist postgraduate University creating leaders in technology and management through world-class education and research. These celebrations recognise the excellent achievements of those who have studied here, many working with leading brands from industry and commerce. We will also be recognising the outstanding contributions to society of those who will be receiving their honorary degrees.”

Honorary graduates:

Mr Allan E Cook CBE, Chair, Atkins plc

Professor Dame Ann Dowling DBE, President of Royal Academy of Engineering